Kids

Turkey Sloppy Joe Sliders

These small, saucy turkey sliders are soft, slightly sweet, and easy for kids to hold and eat. The filling is gently simmered with tomatoes and seasonings, then tucked into warm slider buns and topped with melted cheese.

▶Watch it madeOld's Cool Kevmo · 2:57

Ingredients

• ground turkey1/2 lb
• olive oil1 tsp
• yellow onion, finely diced1/4 cup
• green bell pepper, finely diced1/4 cup
• garlic, minced1 clove
• tomato sauce1/2 cup
• ketchup2 tbsp
• Worcestershire sauce1 tsp
• brown sugar1 tsp
• mustard1 tsp
• salt1/4 tsp
• black pepperpinch
• slider buns4
• cheddar cheese slices2
• butter, softened1 tbsp

Method

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until softened.
2. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring so it does not brown.
3. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 5 to 6 minutes.
4. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often, until thick and saucy.
5. Split the slider buns and lightly butter the cut sides. Warm them in a toaster oven or skillet until just golden.
6. Spoon the turkey mixture onto the bottom buns, top with cheddar cheese, and place on the bun tops. Serve warm.